As more and more self-driving car pilot tests hit the road in places like San Francisco, people are worried that these autonomous vehicles might accidentally hit them. If this happens, the laws surrounding liability are currently a legal gray area. Occupants of self-driving vehicles may have the chance to manually override the systems and avert…
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The actions you take after a car accident can be some of the most critical decisions you make in your life. Unfortunately, the last thing you are likely to be doing following an accident is thinking clearly. Emotions and nerves run high as all the endorphins and adrenaline run their course. Therefore, the best thing…
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Motorcycle riding brings joy through the thrilling sensation of having nothing between you and the road. Unfortunately, this same feeling of freedom can translate to dangerous situations unless you take the right precautions. By getting the right gear, a little bit of practice, and following safe riding principles, you can reduce your risk of a…
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Navigating insurance law and the claims process after an accident is extremely complicated, and insurers know that injury victims usually feel out of their depth. They often take advantage of this fact by making the process seem even more daunting but then offering you an “escape hatch” settlement. Their hope is that you feel relieved…
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Walking is an extremely healthy way to get around, but only if it is done safely. Unfortunately, too many pedestrians in the Bay Area end up in unsafe situations, leading to many serious injuries and deaths. More than half of San Francisco’s traffic-related fatalities are pedestrians, according to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA),…
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When you get into a car accident, the next dozen or so hours are a whirlwind. You end up talking to so many people and dealing with so many things that it can feel overwhelming. Suddenly, you wake up at home the next day and wonder what you should do next. If you find yourself…
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cTraumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are one of the most common and devastating causes of hospitalization and death in the United States. The CDC estimates that 1.7 million people are afflicted by a TBI every year, causing 52,000 to die, 275,000 to receive hospital stays and over 1.3 million people to visit the emergency department. Yet,…
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Laws surrounding public transportation accidents, including accidents and injuries waiting for or riding MUNI or BART, are somewhat contradictory. The laws provide both expanded opportunities for injury victims’ recovery under “common carrier” laws and limitations that result from immunities given to public agencies. You have only 6 months to file a government tort claim and…
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Spinal cord injuries devastate victims with lasting trauma, both physical and mental. The level of quality care the injury victim receives in the immediate aftermath of the accident commonly has a huge affect on the extent of permanent damage. Because of this critical window, knowing how to address a potential spinal cord injury at…
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Pedestrians have relatively robust legal protections in the state of California, especially in San Francisco, but they are not invincible. In many instances, the same laws that instruct vehicles also serve to caution pedestrians against engaging in reckless behavior or from presenting an “immediate hazard” to others. To help you understand your personal rights and…
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